Member News
New UBC Member COVID-19 Preparedness Qualification Online Courses
Posted OnApril 3, 2020 by
Our members are essential employees who are working through the COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus) health crisis. The skilled work our members perform for medical and emergency facilities are important to keep our country moving forward. The United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America with the help of staff at the Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council…Read More
Greater PA Carpenters Medical Plan Changes
Posted OnApril 3, 2020 byThe Greater Pennsylvania Carpenters Combined Funds Board of Trustees has made amendments to the Medical Plan in response to the COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus) health crisis. The first amendment provides that all active members who are eligible in the Plan on April 1, 2020 will receive coverage at no charge for benefit quarter of July 1st,…Read More
Local 255 Meeting Cancelled
Posted OnApril 3, 2020 byOut of safety for our members and their families, the following Locals have cancelled meetings for this week: Local 255 Meeting Tuesday, April 14th CANCELLED Discussion is ongoing regarding other Local Union meetings and when the above-mentioned meetings will reconvene. Direction will be provided to all members as to when and where their next meeting…Read More
Local 491 Meeting Cancelled
Posted OnApril 3, 2020 byOut of safety for our members and their families, the following Locals have cancelled meetings for this week: Local 491 Meeting Tuesday, April 14th CANCELLED Discussion is ongoing regarding other Local Union meetings and when the above-mentioned meetings will reconvene. Direction will be provided to all members as to when and where their next meeting…Read More
What NJ Workers Need to Know About the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA)
Posted OnApril 2, 2020 byThe federal FFCRA takes effect April 1, 2020. The law requires employers to provide two types of leave: Emergency Paid Sick Leave and Emergency Childcare Leave. This information from the New Jersey Department of Labor may be useful to you or your family. If you have any questions please reach out to the NJ DOL.Read More
MARCC Annuity Fund Hardship Distribution Application
Posted OnApril 1, 2020 byMembers who are participants in the Mid-Atlantic Regional Council of Carpenters Annuity Fund may qualify for a onetime, lump sum distribution of up to $15,000 from their individual accounts. You can email the application to kbaggarly@zenith-american.com or call 301-839-8800 for more information. Use THIS LINK to learn more and find out if you qualify. DOWNLOAD…Read More
COVID-19 Update: Mid-Atlantic Regional Council of Carpenters Annuity and Health Fund Changes
Posted OnMarch 31, 2020 byIn light of this public health crisis, the Trustees have amended the Mid-Atlantic Regional Council of Carpenters Annuity Plan as well as the Health Plan. Participants who experience a coronavirus-related event between April 1st, 2020 and June 30 , 2020 can are able to receive a onetime, lump sum distribution of up to $15,000 from…Read More
Relief for Workers and Families Affected by the Coronavirus
Posted OnMarch 30, 2020 byThe Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters is taking a moment to thank Congressman Donald Norcross and all of our labor-friendly elected officials. We appreciate all of their hard work during this COVID-19 pandemic as you have prioritized the community and the people in it. Congressman Norcross recently sent our an easy guide to…Read More
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act
Posted OnMarch 30, 2020 byThe Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA or Act) requires certain employers to provide their employees with paid sick leave and expanded family and medical leave for specified reasons related to COVID-19. These provisions will apply from April 1, 2020 through December 31, 2020. In general, employees of private sector employers with fewer than 500…Read More
Local 420 Meeting Cancelled
Posted OnMarch 30, 2020 byOut of safety for our members and their families, the following Locals have cancelled meetings for this week: Local 420 Meeting Thursday, April 2nd CANCELLED Discussion is ongoing regarding other Local Union meetings and when the above-mentioned meetings will reconvene. Direction will be provided to all members as to when and where their next meeting…Read More